Man, son burn kinsman over ₦25k jean in Imo

The Imo State Police Command has detained two suspects, Obinna Obiekea, widely known as “Losky,” and his son, Chidubem, for their alleged involvement in the burning of their kinsman, Chima…

I go drop my album this year— Cubana Chief Priest

Nigeria businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, better known as Cubana Chief Priest, has announced his intention to release an album in 2025. Known for his flair and charisma, Cubana declared,…

Cybercrimes: Nigeria Police recover N8bn, 115,237, USDT $84,000

The Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Center, NPF-NCCC says it has successfully recovered a staggering N8,821,001,881.80, 115,237.91 USDT, and $84,000 from cyber criminals in 2024. This was contained in a…

Polaris Bank, Amtis Skills Place reward creativity with over ₦1m in prizes

Polaris Bank, in partnership with Amtis Skills Place, celebrated the creativity and craftsmanship of emerging Nigerian fashion designers through the 2024 Amtis Fashion Competition, awarding over ₦1 million in prizes…

How first marriage almost cost me who wants to be a millionaire job – Frank Edoho

Popular TV host, Frank Edoho, has revealed that rumours accusing him of domestic violence nearly cost him his job as the host of the widely-loved game show, Who Wants to Be…

Ethiopians celebrate Orthodox Christmas with prayers, feasts, and acts of charity

Thousands of Orthodox Christians in Ethiopia celebrated Christmas on 7 January, marking the end of a 43-day fast.Read More

Pics of the day: January 7, 2025

Africanews focuses on the most striking images of the day’s news.Read More

Chinese companies invest in Africa’s surging cement market

Driven by a increase in construction activity among other factors, Africa’s cement market is thriving. Facing a stagnant property market back home, Chinese companies are rushing to invest.Read More

France: Jean-Marie Le Pen is dead

A polarizing figure in French politics, Mr. Le Pen’s controversial statements — including his Holocaust denial and his 1987 proposal to forcibly isolate people with AIDS in special facilities —…

Ekiti Police arraign man, 52, over N16m visa scam

The police in Ekiti State have arraigned one Samuel B. Dada, 52, at the Chief Magistrate court sitting in Ado-Ekiti for allegedly defrauding 12 people of N146 million under the…

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Nigeria, Brazil sign air service deal for direct flights
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